Crisis Intervention Specialist Overnight

Job Description

Job Description

Stepping Stones Crisis, Society has an opening for an Overnight Crisis Intervention S pecialist to join their team.

This position is full-time, overnight (awake) , with a shift schedule o f 4 nights on / 4 nights off, then 3 nights on / 3 nights off.

The Crisis Intervention Specialist is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for women and children fleeing family violence can find access to temporary shelter; providing crisis intervention services, support, advocacy, information, resources and referrals to all persons requesting that service; enabling clients to recognize their options, mobilize their support networks, and utilize their opportunities to move toward healthy and stable futures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Overnight awake position.
• Admit and discharge clients to the shelter; ensuring all documents / forms are accurately completed.
• Perform intake and initial assessment. Determine the clients immediate needs and provide support where necessary.
• Orientate residential clients to shelter policies and procedures.
• Assist with developing and implementing client group activities and client programming.
• Transport clients to appointments when necessary.
• Respond to requests for crisis intervention, community information, referral and general information to both residential clients and to individuals seeking assistance on the Help Line when required.
• Advocate for residents in various methods with various agencies when required.
• Prepare, complete, and document all necessary forms, documentation, and information required throughout the clients stay in the shelter.
• Make referrals to outside community agencies, when and where required.
• Participate in duties such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc. when required.
• Attend staff meetings, in-service programs, and additional training as required.
• Provide on call coverage as assigned and / or be able to cover shifts in the event of an emergency.
• Be an active team member and promote the team vision. Be willing to assist / help co-workers when needed and encourage open communication amongst staff by relaying vital information.
• Assist with training and orientation of new staff and students.
• Perform other related work as assigned by the Program Manager and / or designate.

Qualifications and Requirements

Recruitment Supported by Lakeland HR Solutions.